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N721 EKH

1996 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,264 mi
Last recorded4,264 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Zip6,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN721 EKH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2011 4,264 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 3,049 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 3,049 miles

Front Brake drum(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Fail 9 Feb 2006 2,270 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 2,270 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?

Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,758
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,911
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,706
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,581
Tyre tread not clearly visible 1,455
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,453
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N721 EKH is a 1996 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 6,304 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Zip fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 1,911 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N721 EKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 30 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N721 EKH registered?

N721 EKH is a 1996 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N721 EKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N721 EKH shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N721 EKH have outstanding finance?

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